Waste management plan checklist

Use this checklist during regular audits of your facilities or project sites. Document non-compliant areas, prioritize them using the built-in priority ranking system, assign responsible persons for corrective actions, and set deadlines. The executive summary section helps track improvements over time, while the verification section ensures accountability from both auditors and site supervisors.

While maintaining the core sections, adapt the checklist by adding industry-specific waste streams, referencing applicable regulations, and modifying questions to reflect your operations. For example, healthcare facilities might add questions about medical waste, while food manufacturers might expand the organic waste section. The template’s structure makes it easy to add specialized questions while keeping the comprehensive framework.

Have your environmental policy, waste disposal certificates/manifests, training records, previous audit reports, spill response procedures, and relevant regulatory permits readily available. These documents provide verification for many checklist items and help demonstrate compliance. The checklist specifically evaluates whether proper documentation is maintained, making this preparation essential for an effective audit.